San Diego|News|
Man Killed In Apparent Shooting In City Heights Area Of San Diego
Police found the victim on the ground between two parked vehicles, authorities said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
- San Diego, CA
Kristina Houck is a field editor for Patch Media, covering San Diego County. Prior to joining Patch, Kristina served as a staff reporter for San Diego Union-Tribune Community Press, a group of community newspapers including Del Mar Times, Solana Beach Sun, Carmel Valley News, Rancho Santa Fe Review and Encinitas Advocate.
With a background in journalism and public relations, Kristina has served on the board and chaired the communications committee of San Diego-based literacy nonprofit Words Alive. She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and political science with minors in English and religious studies from San Diego State University.
Contact Kristina at Kristina.Houck@patch.com.
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These School Districts Have The Best Teachers In San Diego County
A total of 750 California school districts were ranked in Niche's tally of more than 11,000 school districts nationwide.
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San Diego|News|
Boat Carrying 12 Migrants Stopped Off Coast Of Point Loma
Authorities said all 12 individuals aboard the vessel claimed Mexican nationality.
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San Diego|News|
Boat Carrying 16 Migrants Stopped Off Coast Of Point Loma
Authorities said all 16 individuals aboard the boat claimed Mexican nationality.
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San Diego|News|
These School Districts Have The Best Teachers In SoCal: New Report
A total of 750 California school districts were ranked in Niche's tally of more than 11,000 school districts nationwide.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
These School Districts Have The Best Teachers In NorCal: New Report
A total of 750 California school districts were ranked in Niche's tally of more than 11,000 school districts nationwide.
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San Diego|News|
Motorcyclist Killed In Head-On Crash With Truck On SR-67
The 22-year-old man's name was withheld pending family notification.
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San Diego|News|
Nearly 150 Weapons Collected At Gun Safety Event In San Diego County
If any guns are found to be stolen, the original owners will be contacted. All remaining weapons will be destroyed, officials said.
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San Diego|News|
Deadly Machete Attack + Officer Killed In Shooting + Chance Of Showers
Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.
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San Diego|News|
All Evacuation Orders Lifted In Henderson Fire
The blaze scorched 256 acres, Cal Fire said.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Hiker Falls Over Cliff + Sinkhole Partially Shuts Down Highway
Took a break from the news? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in NorCal on Saturday and Sunday.
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Across California, CA|News|
Patch Parents: Best Things To Do With Kids In June In California
Summer has arrived in the Golden State! Here are some of the best things to do with kids in June.
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San Diego|News|
Wildfire Near Pala Casino Prompts Evacuation Orders, Warnings
The Henderson Fire sparked near Henderson and Pala Mission roads, north of state Route 76 in Pala, according to Cal Fire San Diego.
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Across California, CA|News|
These Are The Best And Worst Places To Raise A Family In CA: Study
One city in California ranked as the overall best place to put down roots, according to a new report from WalletHub.
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San Diego|News|
Weekend Guide: Fiesta Del Sol; Lego Festival; Rock 'N' Roll Marathon
Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, May 31-June 1, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
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Santee, CA|News|
90-Year-Old Earns First Degree; Fighter Opens Brewery: Saturday Smiles
Big Bear bald eaglet reaches milestone; prone paddlers break record; pygmy hippo marks milestone in managed care; and more nice SoCal news.
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San Diego|News|
Pygmy Hippo Marks Milestone In Managed Care At Ramona Wildlife Center
Hannah Shirley was crowned the world's oldest living pygmy hippo ever in managed care.
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San Diego|News|
Remains Found; Stabbings; SWAT Standoff: San Diego County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
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Santee, CA|News|
Remains Found; Stabbings; SWAT Standoff: Santee, SD County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
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Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Remains Found; Stabbing; SWAT Standoff: Oceanside, SD County Crime Log
Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County.
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